Knoxville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Mascot, TN
About Mascot
Mascot is an unincorporated community and census-designated place of about 2,760 (2020 Census) in northeastern Knox County, on the Holston River east of Knoxville. It grew around zinc mining — the American Zinc Company's Mascot mine was one of the world's largest zinc operations — and the mining heritage is still visible at Mascot Park along Tipple Drive and the renovated Turtle Rock.
Home prices in Mascot
The median listing price in Mascot is $315,000.
Top places in Mascot
- Mascot Park and Tipple Drive — mining-heritage park.
- Turtle Rock — renovated local landmark.
- The Holston River — fishing and riverside scenery.
- Historic zinc-mining sites.
- Rutledge Pike corridor.
Commuting from Mascot
- Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~25–35 minutes via Rutledge Pike (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary).
Schools in Mascot
Public schools: Knox County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Mascot FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Mascot, TN?
The median listing price in Mascot is $315,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Mascot, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Knoxville: ~25–35 minutes via Rutledge Pike (approximate; traffic, route, and exact origin vary). - Which school district serves Mascot, TN?
Mascot is served by Knox County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.